Defensive wall: Van der Meyde referees a game involving the Dutch, who went onto win the tournament

Safe pair of hands: The former Dutch international speaks with one of the goalkeepers

Havign signed for Everton from Inter Milan in 2005 after the Blues finished fourth, Van der Meyde, now 34, stuggled during his four-year spell at Goodison Park and made just 20 appearances in four years on Merseyside.

Women from Brazil, Germany, Spain, Germny, Italy, South Korea, Algeria and Russia took part in the 4-a-side competition last weekend as hosts Holland claimed victory.

Robin van Persie and co will be hoping to repeat the feat achieved by their female compatriots at this summer's World Cup.

Holland, managed by Louis van Gaal who will take charge of Manchester United following the tournament in Brazil, face Chile, Australia and current World champions in Spain in Group B.

On the spot: Supporters look on as one of the Dutch participants prepares to take a penalty

Under pressure: Another players places the ball down on the spot during the 4-a-side competition